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To: Battle Axe
I’m not sure a latex allergy would be so localized. Anyone with such an allergy, please advise.

I just did. I have a sensitivity to latex. I can use deproteinised latex gloves but not cheaper latex. The reaction is localized but I am at risk for a full blown systemic reaction if I do not watch exposure.

31 posted on 09/23/2007 4:38:38 AM PDT by armymarinemom (My sons freed Iraqi and Afghan Honor Roll students.)
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To: armymarinemom; Battle Axe

Very cool, armymarinemom!

TIB: Potential for Allergy to Natural Rubber Latex Gloves and ...
They can vary from localized redness and rash to nasal, sinus, and eye symptoms .....
www.osha.gov/dts/tib/tib_data/tib19990412.html

Latex Allergy
While the patient was in medical school, she noted occasional localized hives following use of latex gloves and, despite switching to “hypoallergenic” latex ...
www.aafp.org/afp/980101ap/reddy.html

Latex Allergy - Information for Health Professionals
localized skin rash or itching (generally on the hands); ...
www.health.state.ny.us/environmental/ indoors/food_safety/latex/latex.htm

Latex Allergies
It is a result of mechanical disruption of the skin due to the rubbing of gloves and accounts for the majority of latex-induced local skin rashes. ...
www.webmd.com/allergies/guide/latex-allergy-treatments -


32 posted on 09/23/2007 5:27:34 AM PDT by ZacandPook
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